About Us

The City of Jackson is located in the heart of California's historic Mother Lode, 45 miles east of Sacramento and Stockton. Jackson began as a gold mining camp in 1848 and today is the hub of commerce and the seat of government in Amador County. Jackson blends the ambiance of a gold rush-era downtown district and Victorian era neighborhoods with modern subdivisions and shopping centers. Nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills, church spires and oak tree covered hillsides lend to the community's rural charm. At the same time, the City also boasts a state-of-the-art hospital, a wide variety of ancillary medical services, and several excellent long-term care facilities that cater to the needs of a segment of a thriving senior community. Numerous local restaurants offer fine ethnic dining, and the Shenandoah

Valley is just a short drive from Jackson for lovers of premium wines. Jackson enjoys a diversified economy supported by agribusiness, government, and tourism. Commercial activities include a major automotive dealership, two major grocery chain stores, and a variety of personal service providers. Jackson is also home to the only movie theater complex in Amador County, and hosts a number of well attended seasonal events and festivities that are famous throughout the Mother Lode, the Sacramento Valley, and Northern California.

Jackson is a full service General Law city, with a residential population of 3,989 and daytime and weekend populations of 12-15,000. Jackson operates under the City Council/Manager form of government. The City Manager reports to a five member City Council from which the Mayor is appointed annually. A full time staff of 33 provides quality and customer friendly police, fire, public works, community development, parks, water/sewer utility and recreation services. Planning, engineering, and legal support are provided by independent contractors.